Our Team
La Jolly’s Talented
Hair Artists
Our Team
JOEL C MA
Owner/Director
At Joel C Ma Hair Studio, our founder Joel C Ma is a hair-cutting and color specialist with over 25 years of experience in delivering exceptional hair-styling services. Joel’s passion for hairstyling began when he immigrated to the US from Vietnam at the age of 16. He was trained and mentored by a master on straight razor-cutting techniques and eventually became a Tony & Guy hair-cutting master.
Joel’s expertise is in his razor cut and laser-like approach to long and short-layered cuts, and he is renowned as a master color creator and blending artist. In 2015, Joel’s dream of opening his hair salon came to fruition with the creation of Joel C Ma Hair Studio. With his wife, LeAnn, by his side as the operations manager, Joel brings excellence to the haircutting industry through impeccable craftsmanship and hands-on mentoring.
Joel’s love for learning new techniques and his passion for inspiring and mentoring other stylists sets him apart in the industry. His focus is on each client’s uniqueness, and he excels at conceiving flawless hairstyles to bring out their best features. At Joel C Ma Hair Studio, whether it’s a client or an employee that walks through our doors, they leave with something they’ll treasure for life.
Sunny Muto Tran
Having spent 22 years in the salon industry as both a stylist and salon owner, I understand the importance of providing excellent customer service through hair styling techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. My training at Vidal Sassoon and Soh Hagiwara Tokyo Hair Academy has equipped me with the skills to deliver precision haircuts that stand the test of time, as well as personalized sculpting haircuts that utilize texturizing techniques to tame unruly,
thick hair. My areas of expertise include Creative color and highlights, Color corrections, Grey blending, Permanent straightening, Permanent wave, and more.
Above all, my top priority is ensuring customer satisfaction. Nothing brings me more joy than seeing my clients leave the salon with big smiles on their faces, knowing that they received the best possible service. As a stylist at Joel C Ma Hair studio, I feel proud to be part of a team that is committed to providing exceptional service to every client who walks through our doors.
Stephanie Cortes
Amanda
Halina Yatsevich
Halina grew up in a small Eastern European town and came to the US to begin her dream career in the beauty industry. She graduated from cosmetology school with honors, while working at a successful salon in Sacramento called, The Article.
Halina has been in the beauty industry for 15 years and believes, “Hair is our best accessory and by enhancing it with a fun, bold new color, a simple new hair cut, or longer fuller hair with extensions — I help my clients in achieving the perfect look.” She has a humble attitude and continues to educate herself on the latest techniques and trends. Halina is very happy knowing that her career in the beauty industry makes her clients happy.
She specializes in
Color-highlights, balayage, air touch multi-dimensional color
Cuts-women, men, children
Extensions- I-Tip, K-Tip, and Tape-Ins
Deep conditioning treatments
Zara Haghighatkhah
Zara’s infectious smile and love for all people lets her infuse life and energy into every person she meets. Her natural talent for highlights, color, and cuts makes her an exceptional hair designer for special events and weddings.
Since 1990, Zara has been dedicated to providing exceptional service to her clients in the top hair salons in La Jolla and UTC.
Her ability to choose the perfect color and style for each client’s interests and lifestyle has earned her a loyal following of professional men and women who appreciate her skills and passion for her art.
We are extremely fortunate to have Zara as a colleague at the Joel C Ma Hair studio, where she continues to bring her high level of energy and enthusiasm to every client she serves.
Gary DeYarman
Meet Gary, a highly skilled and accomplished Master Barber Hairstylist at Joel C Ma hair studio. With a career defined by excellence, he is a sought-after consultant for patients undergoing robotic hair transplant procedures, working closely with his brother Dr. James DeYarman, a cosmetic surgeon in La Jolla/UTC.
Gary is also a well-respected hair artist in the San Diego business community, known for his ability to create a professional and polished look. With a solid booking of followers and fans, Gary has partnered and managed one of San Diego’s most popular and trendy hair salons for over a decade.
His clients and industry apprentices appreciate his excellent workmanship, caring nature, and dedication to providing exceptional service that goes above and beyond.
